Senior Consultant - Transport Planning

Haskoning; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Pension scheme

Profit sharing

Share options

Private medical insurance

Dental cover

25 days holiday

Job summary

Haskoning is seeking a Senior Consultant in Transport Planning to lead vision-led planning projects, balance forecasts with real-world needs, and deliver high-quality outputs for UK clients. You will guide policy development, prepare business cases, and engage stakeholders across multidisciplinary teams.

The role offers autonomy within a collaborative environment, a hybrid working model, and opportunities to grow with a leading international consultancy in the UK.

Qualifications

• Experience contributing to transport planning projects for public sector or development sector clients.
• Ability to interpret policy, guidance and technical evidence.
• Experience undertaking research and analysis informing people-focused, sustainable transport outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Designing and delivering active and sustainable places using vision-led transport planning and placemaking.
• Identifying the need for change in public transport networks and producing deliverable solutions.
• Developing and refining transport policies and strategies for UK public sector clients.

Skills

Transport planning

Stakeholder engagement

Data analysis

Report writing

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Tools

ArcGIS

QGIS

Excel

Python

Job description

We are seeking motivated transport planning professionals who are ready to move beyond task‑based delivery and take greater ownership of technical outputs, client engagement and project direction. This role offers the opportunity to work with a high degree of professional autonomy within a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment, contributing to high‑quality, people‑focused transport planning projects as part of the ITP Advisory Group at Haskoning. You will be supported to continue developing your expertise while working alongside established industry specialists.

Where you will work

At Haskoning, you will join an independent, employee‑owned international consultancy that combines engineering, design, and consultancy services with software and technology. Our mission, “Enhancing Society Together,” drives us to create a positive impact on the world. We offer purpose‑driven and challenging work on diverse projects, leveraging our 140+ years of expertise. With over 6,800 employees in more than 25 countries, we work together to turn challenges into opportunities and make a real impact on society.

With over 700 colleagues, working across multiple offices, we have a strong presence in the United Kingdom. Our people are at the forefront of delivering sustainable and future‑ready solutions for both the built and natural environment. Our multidisciplinary teams collaborate closely with clients and partners to create positive change for communities and the environment.

As a Haskoning colleague, you will have the opportunity to contribute to projects that make a real difference, supported by a culture that values expertise, innovation, and personal growth. More information about working for Haskoning in the UK is available here.

As a member of the Integrated Transport Planning (ITP) team within Haskoning, you will work alongside skilled professionals united by a shared passion for vision‑led transport planning, designing sustainable mobility solutions that meet people’s needs and help shape places that reflect the unique character of their local context.

What you will do as a Senior Consultant

• Designing and delivering active and sustainable places by applying vision‑led transport planning and placemaking principles.
• Identifying the need for change in public transport networks and producing solutions that are deliverable, affordable and sustainable.
• Developing and refining transport policies and strategies for UK public sector clients.
• Preparing evidence‑based business cases for sustainable transport schemes.
• Using transport modelling in a proportionate and pragmatic way - balancing future travel forecasts with real‑world user needs.
• Providing expert input into planning applications, underpinned by a deep knowledge of planning legislation and sustainable development practices.
• Delivering major infrastructure consent and subsequent compliance requirements.

Working with appropriate autonomy, you will manage your own workload across multiple projects, taking responsibility for delivering high‑quality, client‑ready outputs to agreed timescales. The role requires strong analytical and report‑writing skills, confidence engaging with clients and stakeholders, and the ambition to take on increasing responsibility as part of a supportive project team.

What we expect from you

• Experience contributing to transport planning projects for UK public sector or development sector clients within a consultancy or similar professional environment.
• Sound professional judgement, with the confidence to interpret policy, guidance and technical evidence.
• Experience undertaking research and analysis that informs people focused, sustainable transport outcomes.
• An ability to work constructively with clients and stakeholders to support the development and delivery of transport solutions.
• Relevant knowledge and skills to extract and analyse large data sets and present findings and insights, including through the use of advanced data mapping and visualisation techniques.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the production of clear, high quality reports.
• A collaborative approach, including supporting and constructively reviewing the work of less experienced colleagues.

What you can expect from us

At Haskoning, we believe that the well‑being of our employees is essential to our shared success. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both your professional development and personal well‑being.

• A solid foundation: A competitive base salary reflecting your skills and experience.
• An attractive compensation package: Including pension accrual through our own pension fund with an employer contribution of 7% and annual profit sharing, where 40% of our profit is distributed among employees. You’ll also have the opportunity to purchase company shares and share in our success.
• Work‑life balance: 25 vacation days (based on full‑time employment), with the option to purchase an additional 10 days per year and to exchange three public holidays for days that are personally meaningful to you. We work in a hybrid model with flexible hours, home office allowance, and a fully equipped home workspace.
• Development opportunities: A wide range of training and development programmes, including tailored learning paths, learning weeks, and various knowledge‑sharing groups.
• An informal and inclusive culture: A welcoming and open environment with voluntary social and sports activities, and employee networks such as Pride and Young Haskoning.
• Private medical and dental cover: Fully paid by the company with an option to extend it to your family at discounted rates.

You can read more about our benefits on this page.

Don’t just take our word for it… in July 2025 we were recognised as the Best Place to Work in the Large Consulting Firm category at the UK’s prestigious New Civil Engineer Awards. This recognises our commitment to putting people first and creating a nurturing employee environment.

At Haskoning, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. Our mission of "Enhancing Society Together" drives us to create an environment that embraces everyone’s unique background, identity, and perspective. Regardless of your experience, background, age, gender, or other personal characteristics—you are welcome here. We believe that diversity makes us stronger and that an inclusive culture gives everyone the opportunity to grow and contribute. Read more about our ED&I initiatives on our dedicated webpage.

Location: Birmingham, Leeds, London, Manchester, Newcastle, Nottingham or Peterborough with flexibility on remote working.